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The City of Fairborn and COhatch, a social enterprise offering a new kind of shared work, social, and family space built on community, reached an agreement to bring the coworking lifestyle brand to Fairborn, Ohio.

Under the terms of the deal, COhatch will take over the city’s business incubator Spark including its shared kitchen and coworking spaces that was launched in 2018. The City of Fairborn represents the first licensee under the COhatch Community Investment Program.

The Fairborn Development Corporation (FDC) tapped COhatch as a logical extension of its extensive community work to provide access to additional resources and support to help local businesses grow using a collaborative business model and community driven culture which is the centerpiece of COhatch’s mission.

For its part, COhatch will provide further direction and consultative services to Fairborn as it helps city officials take its shared services property to the next level. As a result, COhatch is already working with the FDC to develop and implement a development plan for an entire block of Main Street. This plan will provide unprecedented opportunity to offer a variety of services and growth opportunities for incubator members, as well as additional dining and shopping for the city.

“The citizens of Fairborn couldn’t be happier or more proud of our ongoing downtown redevelopment,” said City Manager Rob Anderson. “We know our citizens love to work, meet and live in the communities they care about. With assistance from COhatch, we are leapfrogging our development for the city, so everything will happen more quickly and at a higher intensity with greater results.”

“The Fairborn location caters to small businesses, start-ups and socially-minded entrepreneurs, who are looking for office space as well community members that want access to space to host social events, meet ups and the like,” said Patrick Williams, local owner/operator for COhatch. “This location currently offers dedicated desks, meeting rooms and coworking space with private offices available this summer. We also offer meeting and event spaces to the public and can accommodate off-site company meetings and the hosting of life events.”

The Fairborn location fits well with the recently launched community investment initiative that enables local owners to build a COhatch at a new location 30 to 50 miles outside of larger metropolitan areas such as Dayton, Ohio. The City of Fairborn will have access to all COhatch shared resources, branded and operational materials, website and digital tools and its network of professional service providers among other assets.

“We are very excited to onboard Fairborn,” said Matt Davis, founder of COhatch. “Fairborn is just one of many inquiries we have received from in-need municipalities that would love to plug into our model for connecting people and communities through our work, meet and live lifestyle concept. In addition, this gives us and the City of Fairborn the opportunity to give back to their community.”

To help facilitate a smooth transition, all existing agreements with current Spark members will be honored, while providing access and opportunity to pursue additional COhatch-related services including workshops, member benefits and business support for the incubator.

Members will also be able to access all COhatch resources and space at any of its locations. They include a standard set of business amenities such as Wi-Fi, desk and fax/mail services. In addition, each COhatch has a unique feature to it like The Madery Makers & Market space in Worthington and a 30-person theater at the Delaware location.

COhatch currently has three locations: “The Hardware Store” and “The Library” in Worthington, Ohio; and “The Newsstand” in Delaware along with “The Hub” at Polaris Fashion Place. Three other locations are under construction and include: The Upper Arlington location “The Overlook”, Polaris Fashion Place “The Pub” that will open in early 2019 and “The Market” in Springfield which is set to open in mid-2019.

Basil’s On Market, in Dayton on N. Patterson Boulevard, is rolling out a new menu to be served all day long. This menu will feature some new items like Basil’s Gourmet Wings, Calamari Frito Misto, the Derby Salad, and Baby Back Ribs. Favorites from past lunch and dinner menus will also be available all day like the JF Burger, Lobster Shells & Cheese with Grilled Shrimp and The Cruban. A new Veggie Burger option, the Impossible Burger, is also being added to the menu.

Co-owners Jeff Finklestein and Todd Uhlir are looking forward to serving a wider and more diverse menu all day long. “It just makes sense for us. People love our burgers for lunch and dinner and our Shrimp & Chicken Rockafeller is just as rich and delicious at lunch as at dinner! Feedback from our customers drove these changes, and we feel this menu continues to reflect our desire to offer a creative menu which invites you to Come As You Are and Eat What You Like.” says Finklestein. Chef Todd Uhlir collaborated with the chefs at each location, and is looking forward to the menu saying, ”These changes continue to embody our desire to offer Inspired Comfort Food to diners!”

Regular Basil’s On Market customers can still enjoy weekly and daily specials at all three restaurants. Prime Rib Mondays, Taco Tuesdays, Sunday Brunch, and Half Price Bottles of Wine on Monday and Wednesday, are sticking around. All You Can Eat Crab moved from Wednesdays to Fridays in February.

Basil’s On Market in Dayton offer a scenic view of the Ohio River with patio seating in-season. Diners can enjoy the same menu at two other Basil’s locations in Troy, Ohio and Mason, Ohio. Basil’s offers diners Inspired Comfort Food, bringing modern twists on classic American fare, inviting guests to, “come as they are, and eat what they like”.

We will be hiking on these local hiking trails in our wonderful local parks. These hikes are not guided-trips, so you can hike at your own pace; route range from 1.3 miles to 2.9; and require between 45 and 90 minutes to complete.

Each participant is responsible for all of their own personal needs. Our staff will gladly assist or answer questions. Please dress for the weather, as inclement weather is possible. Some trails may be muddy and slippery.

Join us for this special February Wine Pairing! Enjoy four courses of food and wine presented by our own chef Samantha Trick and Rob Wocks of Vintage Wine. Be sure to order your favorite wines as special discounts will be available during the event. Cocktail hour begins at 5 pm, and dinner begins at 6 pm.

There will also be a talkback with the cast, crew, and director immediately after the show! It’s your chance to get the behind the scenes experience, ask our artists questions, and get a feel for what The Playground is all about.

Flyby BBQ will be joining the line-up of more than 130 retail, dining and entertainment options at the Fairfield Commons Mall this week. This addition will join the already diverse mix of restaurants at the property including BJ’s Brewhouse, Chuy’s Tex Mex, Bravo! Cucina Italiana and Spinoza’s Gourmet Pizza and Salads, FUSIAN, MacKenzie River Pizza, Flyboy’s Deli and Melt Bar and Grilled.

Butcher in the new Flyby BBQ restaurant at Fairfield Commons Mall

Flyby BBQ will be open to the public starting Tuesday, February 19th at 10:45 am. The Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce will be officially welcoming them to the Beavercreek community, by conducting a ribbon cutting at 3:30 pm on Friday, February 22nd. The Grand Opening Celebration will kick off on Saturday, February 23rd at 10:45 am when the first 50 people to purchase an entrée will receive free BBQ for a year (entrée and drink once a week, each week for a year) – be sure to line up early as spots will go fast (tents not provided). Flyby BBQ will be donating 100% of the food sales on Saturday to: Fisher Nightingale House, NCCJ (National Conference for Community and Justice) Anytown Camp, and Big Brothers Big Sisters at Yellow Springs High School.

David Butcher, Founder of Flyby BBQ, is a Yellow Springs High School graduate and is a recent graduate of Ohio State University as of December. He was named #1 Student Entrepreneur in Central Ohio and top 25 in the United States by Entrepreneurs Organization in both 2016 and 2017.

The restaurant is located outside of the mall’s main entrance next to FUSIAN and will offer several delicious ways to enjoy your favorite backyard fare. They will be open daily from 10:45 am – 10:00 pm. To learn more about Flyby BBQ, visit their website at https://flybybbq.com or follow their social media @FlybyBBQ.

Butcher started the business in 2016 with pop-up events and catering. Shortly after, the team began their food truck adventure. Harnessing a great following and 5-star average rating online, Flyby BBQ used this time to perfect the dishes that would mold the menu for their upcoming restaurant. “We are excited to be part of the growing Beavercreek community and give them a taste of what barbecue can be. It’s truly unlike anything you’ve seen before.” said David Butcher, Owner of Flyby BBQ. To show their continuing loyalty to the community, Flyby BBQ will host fundraising nights where 25% of the food sales will be given back to local organizations. Visit FlybyBBQ.com/fundraise or contact their team at 937-637-3001 to find out how your organization can get involved.

Flyby BBQ is a fast casual “build-your-own” barbecue restaurant featuring smoked meals with fresh premium ingredients in a fun and modern setting. They also feature homemade comfort food sides, famous peanut butter banana pudding, as well as craft beer and sodas. Their menu is sure to have something for everyone as they also offer vegan Pulled BBQ Jackfruit as a protein option. As Butcher put it, they serve “real smoke, real ingredients, real fast.” Looking to cater a small business meeting or large family for the night? Consider picking up a “Party Pack” and take the guess-work out of trying to feed up to 30 people. They also do special event BBQ sandwich bar catering for parties over 30 people. The full menu can be found on their website at FlybyBBQ.com/menu with online ordering coming shortly after opening.

The Dayton Foundation and the African-American Community Fund offer multiple scholarship opportunities specifically for African-American students planning to attend a four-year institution or a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). The following 20 scholarship opportunities are for the 2019-2020 school year and range from $450 to $2,000. The application deadline is March 8, 2019.

Wahid Abdullah Memorial Fund, By Jim Bucher:

Description: The Wahid Abdullah Memorial Fund provides scholarships to Montgomery County graduating seniors to pursue studies in communications or journalism at a four-year institution.

Award: Up to $1,000

Dora A. Carson/Keith A. Byars Scholarship Fund:

Description: The Dora A. Carson/Keith A. Byars Scholarship Fund was established to assist graduating seniors from Dayton Public Schools who are scholar athletes and exemplify academic, school and community involvement and spiritual growth. Graduating seniors from any Dayton Public School who has participated in a varsity sport may apply.

Award: Up to $1,000

Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship

Description: The Hazel Carter Scott Scholarship provides scholarships to African-American students in Montgomery County who plan to attend a four-year post-secondary institution on a full-time basis. Students must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Award: Up to $1,500

The Colbert Family Scholarship

Description: The Colbert Family Scholarship was established in 2018 to award a scholarship to a graduating senior from Dayton Public Schools who plan to major in nursing. Students must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Award: $1,000

The Culture Works Leonard P. Roberts Memorial Scholarship

Description: In recognition of Mr. Roberts’ career as a businessman and his passion for the arts, Culture Works is pleased to offer scholarships to Dayton Region graduating high school seniors or local college students who demonstrate participation in and patronage of the arts. Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA, and be a graduating senior living in the Dayton Region, or a college student, at any level, living in and attending college in the Dayton Region.

Award: Up to $4,000

Robert S. Early, Sr. Memorial Youth Scholarship

Description: The Robert S. Early, Sr. Memorial Youth Scholarship provides scholarships to Dayton Public School students who participated in golf, baseball or softball extracurricular activities.

Award: Up to $1,000

The Major John F. Harris, Jr., Memorial Scholarship Fund

Description: The Major John F. Harris, Jr., Memorial Scholarship Fund affords Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps graduates from Dayton Public Schools the chance to further their education at an institute of higher learning. Students should demonstrate leadership skills through exemplary participation in school and community activities, have a GPA in the 2.0-3.0 range and have passed all sections of the Ohio Graduation Test.

Award: Up to $500

Nelson J. Houck and Alvin R. Houck Scholarship

Description: The Nelson J. Houck and Alvin R. Houck Scholarship Fund of The Dayton Foundation was established to offer financial assistance to Montgomery County high school graduating seniors who have participated in cross country or track and field activities and are planning to attend a two- or four-year college, community college or university. Students must be planning to continue participating in cross country or track and field in college.

Award: $1,000, per year for four years

C.J. McLin, Jr., Scholarship Fund

Description: The C.J. McLin, Jr., Scholarship Fund provides college scholarships to help Montgomery County residents who have demonstrated academic success, financial need and community involvement. Students must be attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or a four-year Ohio college or university.

Award: Up to $1,000, renewable for three additional years

Paul R. and Frieda M. Miller Scholarship Fund

Description: The Paul R. and Frieda M. Miller Memorial Scholarship Fund was established to enable a deserving student, who is of good moral character, to attend an accredited college and pursue a degree in education. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, be a Dayton Public School graduate and be accepted to a Historically Black College or University (HBCU). Preference may be given to a student who plans to major in Education.

Award: Up to $2,000

Herbert Scott Scholarship

Description: The Herbert Scott Scholarship provides scholarships to Dayton Public School graduating seniors who are currently in foster care or have aged out of foster care.

Award: Up to $1,000

The Scott Neal Simpson Scholarship Fund

Description: The Scott Neal Simpson Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to Montgomery County high school graduates attending an accredited college or university. Students must have participated in organized high school sports.

Description: The Trotwood Madison Education Foundation Scholarship recognizes the efforts of graduating seniors whose academic achievement during their junior and senior years has shown significant improvement.

Award: up to $1,000

The Professor E. Champ and Alma Warrick Memorial Scholarship

Description: The Professor E. Champ and Alma Warrick Memorial Scholarship awards scholarships to high school seniors graduating from a school in the Miami Valley who plan to attend Wilberforce University or Central State University and major in liberal arts.

Award: Up to $1,000

Doris H. Wilson Scholarship Fund

Description: The Doris H. Wilson Scholarship was established by friends and colleagues in honor of Doris Wilson, founder of Multi-Cultural Supporters, Inc. Students must have a GPA between 2.0 and 2.9 on a 4.0 scale, and demonstrate active participation in activities and organizations that are related directly to supporting or developing diversity.

Award: Up to $450

Deloris L. Winslow Scholarship for Community Excellence

Description: The Deloris L. Winslow Scholarship for Community Excellence was established in 2013 to help support Clark and Montgomery County minority students pursuing degrees in social work, political science, counseling, psychology, social services, or the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse. Students must have a minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, demonstrate commitment to community service or service involving the treatment of alcohol or substance abuse, and demonstrate leadership and participation in school and community activities.

Award: $1,000

Scholarships for students already attending college:

Thyrsa Frazier Svager Scholarship Fund

Description: The Thyrsa Frazier Svager Scholarship provides scholarship assistance to African-American females majoring in mathematics and attending Central State University, Wilberforce University, Wright State University, the University of Dayton, Howard University or Spelman College.

Award: up to $2,000

The Waverly Glover Scholarship Fund:

Description: The Waverly Glover Scholarship Fund will assist African-American students in pursuing a business or accounting degree at Central State or Wilberforce Universities. Students must be entering into their junior or senior year in college for the fall semester of the 2018-2019 academic year.

was established to recognize and honor all women of achievement in America who have provided vision, leadership and a personal commitment for the pursuit of freedom in her country. Individuals eligible for this scholarship are full-time female students at Wilberforce University, who will have obtained at least sophomore status and a minimum 3.5 GPA.

Award: up to $1,000

Students can apply for these and other scholarship opportunities through the Foundation’s ScholarshipCONNECT system by visiting daytonfoundation.org/scholars.

As Alicia Keys would say, some people want diamond rings and some just want everything, but if you’re like us, you just really want a good cup of coffee (and some chocolate).

Ghostlight Coffee is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a limited edition, cacao-focused drink menu and romantic desserts made by the talented Ghostlight bakers.

Ghostlight’s Valentine’s Day menu will feature five luscious hot cacao based drinks, each features dark organic cocoa powder & steamed milk, lightly sweetened in it’s own unique way. Guests can add a double shot of espresso for a chic new take on the traditional mocha.

In addition to mochas and hot cocoa, the Ghostlight Bakery will feature chocolate covered strawberries and cupcakes for two or four (for the whole family!). Cupcake flavors include tiramisu, buckeye, chocolate and berries, and vanilla and berries, in addition to Valentine’s Day cards from local stationary company Little City Love and a wide selection of craft chocolate bars.

Two worlds collide in this “breathtaking and exquisite” (The New York Times) musical, based on the 2015 Tony Award-winning Lincoln Center Theater production. One of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s finest works, THE KING AND I boasts a score that features such beloved classics as “Getting to Know You,” “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Hello Young Lovers,” “Shall We Dance” and “Something Wonderful.” Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children. THE KING AND I is “too beautiful to miss” (New York Magazine).